MRI Screening of Upper Abdomen

What is MRI Screening of Upper Abdomen?

Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of the abdomen is used to visualise the organs of the abdomen which includes the stomach, intestine, gall bladder, base of the lungs, liver and spleen. This is a radiationless test which uses strong magnetic and radio waves to create detailed multiple images. The images captured during the MRI scan can be stored on an electronic device and printed on a film.

Why is MRI Screening of Upper Abdomen done?

To look for the presence of any suspected mass or enlargement of the stomach, kidney, liver, pancreas or spleen

To further evaluate any abnormal finding in the liver function tests or kidney function tests

To diagnose the cause of any abdominal pain or swelling

To diagnose the presence of abdominal aortic aneurysm (enlargement of the aorta in the abdominal area) or to look for any signs of calcification in the aorta

To evaluate the diseases of the kidney for eg: any infection or swelling (hydronephrosis), kidney stones or tumors

To evaluate the diseases of the liver, for eg: infections, fatty liver, cirrhosis

To look for suspected bile duct obstruction, diseases of the gall stone or presence of gall stones

To detect the presence of any suspected tumors (abnormal growth) in liver, kidney, spleen or other abdominal organs

To look for enlarged lymph nodes in the abdomen

Preparation for MRI Screening of Upper Abdomen

At the time of the MRI you might be asked to remove any metallic coins, jewelry, metal wrist watches, metallic keys, dentures or hearing aids as the MRI uses strong magnetic fields

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